Ginkgo Leaf Caddy Spoon Carving Kit
Carve your own Ginkgo Leaf Caddy Spoon from sustainably sourced Lime wood. The spoon carving kit contains all of the materials you need in order to carve a beautiful wooden spoon… just add a suitable carving knife and hook knife (not included - See recommendations below).
Kit Includes:
1 Ginkgo Leaf Lime Spoon Blank (11.2cm x 4.9cm approx.)
16 Page Spoon Carving Techniques Guide
1 Pocket Knife Strop
1 Block Green Honing Compound
1 Universal Spoon Stand (assembly required)
2 Cut Resistant Thumb Guards
3 Grades of Sandpaper (120, 180 and 240 grit)
1 Plaster!*
Please note: Knives / Tools not included
Carve your own Ginkgo Leaf Caddy Spoon from sustainably sourced Lime wood. The spoon carving kit contains all of the materials you need in order to carve a beautiful wooden spoon… just add a suitable carving knife and hook knife (not included - See recommendations below).
Kit Includes:
1 Ginkgo Leaf Lime Spoon Blank (11.2cm x 4.9cm approx.)
16 Page Spoon Carving Techniques Guide
1 Pocket Knife Strop
1 Block Green Honing Compound
1 Universal Spoon Stand (assembly required)
2 Cut Resistant Thumb Guards
3 Grades of Sandpaper (120, 180 and 240 grit)
1 Plaster!*
Please note: Knives / Tools not included
Carve your own Ginkgo Leaf Caddy Spoon from sustainably sourced Lime wood. The spoon carving kit contains all of the materials you need in order to carve a beautiful wooden spoon… just add a suitable carving knife and hook knife (not included - See recommendations below).
Kit Includes:
1 Ginkgo Leaf Lime Spoon Blank (11.2cm x 4.9cm approx.)
16 Page Spoon Carving Techniques Guide
1 Pocket Knife Strop
1 Block Green Honing Compound
1 Universal Spoon Stand (assembly required)
2 Cut Resistant Thumb Guards
3 Grades of Sandpaper (120, 180 and 240 grit)
1 Plaster!*
Please note: Knives / Tools not included
Please note:
Although every effort has been made to select the best possible wood for the carving kits we cannot guarantee that the wood is entirely free from natural flaws and splits and its colour will naturally vary from that displayed in the product images.
All images are for illustrative purposes only. The finished carving is not included… that’s down to you! The finished carving is shown only as a suggestion of what you may achieve with this carving kit. How you carve it and how much detail you add is up to you.
Important Safety Advice (please read!)
This product is not a toy. Adult supervision required at all times.
Please remember that carving with a knife can cause serious injuries. Ensure that you take appropriate safety precautions when carving and seek immediate medical treatment in case of any injury.
Contains small parts. Please keep out of reach of babies and small children.
* Plaster may contain latex. Do not use if allergic.
*Thumb guards are manufactured from HPPE (High Performance Polyethylene) and although they offer substantially more protection than an uncovered finger this should not be relied upon and users should take all appropriate safety measures to prevent contact with any tools being used. Thumb guards are not suitable for high temperature use. Keep away from heat sources and naked flames.
Packaging may differ from illustrated
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Developed and created by fine art woodcarver Giles Newman to suit wood carvers of all experience levels from beginner to advanced, each piece of wood has been carefully selected and prepared with a design selected to make the most of the wood’s grain and its inherent strength. A Spoon Carving Kit is a wonderful gift for any creative soul or a great way to develop and practice your own woodcarving skills in your own time.
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The Ginkgo Leaf Caddy Spoon design is based on an original piece created by Giles in 2015 as part of a series of Leaf Caddy Spoons.
Relatively simple in comparison to some of the other spoon kit projects the Ginkgo Leaf is suitable for beginners as well as those with some past carving experience. The design can be handled with as much or as little detail as the carver chooses since the form of the leaf can work aesthetically well with minimal detailing compared to other leaves in the series.
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The 16-page booklet includes step-by-step instructions for six essential and foundational carving techniques in spoon carving and takes you through each step of the spoon carving process. Along with a handy visual reference for your specific spoon design and important safety guidance the booklet is designed to help the carver throughout the process, build their carving confidence, experience and knowledge as well as being a useful guide for their future carving ambitions.
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Stropping or honing your carving knife on a regular basis is essential in order to keep your tool sharp and in the best condition for carving. The included ‘Pocket Strop’ is the perfect addition to your carving kit. Designed for ultimate portability the strop has been sustainably made by Giles using reclaimed industrial timber and the highest quality, locally sourced leather. The included honing compound is a medium grit and is ideal for maintaining a sharp, ready-to-carve edge on your knife.
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The included Spoon Stand is not only perfect for you to display your finished work but is really handy during the carving process; allowing your spoon-in-progress to stand so you can step back from your work, assess your progress and plan your next carving step.
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Lime wood is ideal for newcomers to woodcarving as well as those looking to focus on learning and developing their carving techniques as it is much softer and easier to carve than many other woods. Pale, creamy white in colour, Lime cuts cleanly and quickly with a sharp knife.
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In order to carve your spoon kit you will need appropriate tools as no tools are included in the kit. A simple woodcarving knife and hook / spoon knife are ideal. The Morakniv 120 Carving Knife and Morakniv 164 hook knife are good tools to start with. Widely available, they offer excellent value for money for newcomers to spoon carving.